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Research articles covering work related to austism spectrum disorders are provided below.

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·July 14, 2021·5 min read

Mini-Brain Study Shows How Environmental Risk Factors Can Amplify Genetic Risks for Autism

Using human stem cells to develop a brain organoid model, researchers were able to show exposure to a common pesticide synergizes with an autism-linked gene mutation. The study provides clear evidence that genetics and environment may combine to disrupt neurodevelopment.

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·February 20, 2018·4 min read

Genetic Targets for ASD Identified

A new computational method has been able to link several targeted genes to ASD.

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·May 25, 2016·4 min read

Illuminating the Role of Autism Linked Shank Gene

A new study reports a gene mutation linked to autism also plays a critical role when it comes to the formation and maturation of synapses.

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·February 21, 2020·4 min read

Abnormally low levels of a key protein in brains of young men with autism

Males on the autism spectrum have significantly lower levels of a protein in their brains' that plays a role in inflammation and metabolism.

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·December 10, 2014·3 min read

Brain Inflammation A Hallmark Of Autism, Large Scale Analysis Shows

A new gene expression study of the brains of those with autism is the largest of its kind.

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·May 30, 2019·5 min read

Research confirms gut-brain connection in autism

Genetic mutations, which occur in both the brain and gut, could be a main cause of autism. Using mouse models of ASD, researchers discovered the neuroligin-3 R451C mutation affects neural communication in the brain and causes dysfunction in the gut. The findings strengthen the gut-brain hypothesis of autism.

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·November 19, 2019·7 min read

‘Face blindness’ may involve a failed brain network, and could shed light on autism

Prosopagnosia, or "face-blindness", involves an entire network, not just one area of the brain. The findings may shed light on poor facial processing abilities associated with autism.

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·April 6, 2018·2 min read

When Kids’ Autistic Brains Can’t Calm Down

A new study sheds light on why some children with ASD also have epilepsy. Researchers report the catnap2 mutation, associated with autism, does not allow inhibitory neurons to correctly form and this can lead to an increased risk of seizures.

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·January 4, 2016·2 min read

New Drug Target May Lead to Novel Treatment for Severe Autism

Findings could lead to new treatments for Rett Syndrome and other forms of autism, researchers report.

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·April 26, 2018·5 min read

Study to Explore Whether Cannabis Compound Eases Severe Autism Symptoms

A new study aims to determine if the cannabis compound CBD can help to alleviate adverse symptoms associated with ASD.

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·October 13, 2015·5 min read

How the ‘Social Brain’ is Functionally Impaired in Autism

According to a new study, researchers have identified brain areas linked to social behaviors are insufficiently networked and underdeveloped in children with autism.